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“Jesus does not suffer so as to exclude your suffering. He bears a cross, not that you may escape it, but that you may endure it. Christ exempts you from sin, but not from sorrow. Remember that and expect to suffer.” - Charles H. Spurgeon

As the ever new, ever renewing fountain of divine wisdom, Scripture never becomes redundant. @scottrswain

When Maddie Smith came to Southern alongside her husband, she didn't expect to be back in the classroom. The Seminary Wives Institute gave her the opportunity to study Scripture, grow in wisdom, and prepare for a lifetime of ministry alongside her husband. Read the full article here: vist.ly/5a7jb

Today we celebrate Independence Day and mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. From all of us at Southern Seminary and Boyce College, we wish you and your family a safe and joyful Fourth of July.

Every area of theology is connected. In Systematic Theology I, Dr. Kyle Claunch guides students through the foundations of Christian doctrine, from theological method to the doctrine of God, the Trinity, creation, providence, angels, and humanity as the image of God. If you want to grow in your understanding of Scripture and build a strong theological foundation for faithful ministry, this course is a great place to begin. The Fall Term A classes begin in August, register today.

Nairobi, Kenya…The Lord’s hand is clearly at work in this place. Healthy churches. Faithful pastors. Joyful believers who receive strangers as family (my kids are loving it!). IMB teams partnering w/ local churches. So grateful to see a small glimpse of the Lord at work!

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Before a man serves as a deacon, he should already be known as a servant. ㅤ In Episode 135 of Pastor Well, Dr. Hershael York shares why churches should look for men who are already meeting needs, caring for people, and strengthening the body of Christ. ㅤ Godly deacons don't start serving when they're elected. They were serving long before. ㅤ 🎧 Listen now

Nearly seven out of ten students involved in church during high school drift from their faith in college. One Southern alumnus is working to change that story. Read how Trace Hamiter and The Oaks Collaborative are helping students find community, discipleship, and connection before the drift begins. Read the full article here: vist.ly/59fah

Over 100 years of Norton Hall. 🏛️ In November 1924, the seminary community laid the cornerstone for the new Norton Hall as Southern Seminary prepared to move from downtown Louisville to its new home on Lexington Road. ㅤ 📚 When the building opened in March 1926, it housed classrooms, faculty and administrative offices, a library, and even a chapel, making it the center of daily life for the seminary community. ㅤ ⛪ Norton Hall has continued to grow over the years, with the northeast classroom wing added in 1947, Broadus Chapel dedicated in 1999, and Towery Plaza opening in 2011 as a gathering place for the campus community. ㅤ The view has changed over the years, but Norton Hall remains one of the most recognizable landmarks at Southern Seminary.

"My job is to help Christians explain the moral implications of the gospel: that if Jesus has come to save us, he has not evacuated us from the world. So what does the life of grace mean in the domain of nature? To know and follow Jesus is what Christian ethics is.” Dr. Andrew Walker is Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology, Associate Dean of The School of Theology, and Director of the Carl F.H. Henry Institute for Evangelical Engagement. He teaches various classes on Christian Theology including Survey of Christian Ethics, Moral Theory, and more.

“And one of the biggest misunderstandings of Christian ethics is that it’s really just a discipline that asks, ‘What does the Bible say about... capital punishment, or abortion, or war?’ Christian ethics absolutely encompasses those topics, but it is about much more than narrowly defined issues proof-texted from Scripture. It’s about understanding the nature of reality, the nature of the human person, the constitution of basic human goods. One of my shorthand definitions of ethics is “applied theology.” So theology doesn’t stay just between our ears. Theology is meant to be lived out practically. It’s first a reflection of our belief in God and the transformation of the gospel in our hearts. But then it should have practical significance."

For Dr. Andrew T. Walker, Christian ethics helps believers think clearly about how faith shapes life in the world. He teaches students that ethics is not a narrow set of answers, but an integrated discipline shaped by Scripture, theology, and a biblical understanding of reality. In the classroom, Dr. Walker helps students see how the gospel carries moral significance for every area of life. His teaching equips them to reason carefully, engage culture wisely, and apply theological truth with clarity and conviction. Get to know Dr. Walker, whose work trains students to connect Christian belief with thoughtful and faithful engagement in the world.

Why does Jesus say to hate your parents? ㅤ Dr. Daniel Stevens explains one of Jesus’s most challenging statements and shows why understanding the context is essential for interpreting his words. ㅤ 🎥 Watch the full episode here: vist.ly/58xze

For years, Boyce College has prepared students for lives of faithfulness and service. Today, we are expanding that mission. Introducing two new master's programs: • Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership • Master of Arts in Classical Christian Education These degrees are designed to equip a new generation of leaders and educators who will shape churches, schools, communities, and institutions for years to come. This is an exciting new chapter for Boyce College, and we cannot wait to welcome the students who will be part of it. Learn more at boycecollege.com/masters.

For many students, attending seminary isn't an individual decision. It's a family decision. If you're wondering what it would look like to move your family to Louisville for theological education, you're asking the same questions many Southern students have asked before making the move. In fact over 50% of our on campus students have moved their families across the country to study here with us. Come visit campus, meet the people who make up this community, and see whether Southern could be the right fit for your family. Learn more: vist.ly/58khb

Really enjoyed this @AkinHuddle conversation with Garrett Hilbert (“The Purple Hoser”) from @DudePerfect He talks about his faith, his church, @SBTS Professor Dr. Oren Martin, and more! Episode will release in a few weeks! Stay tuned!

Men, heed the words that come right before Paul’s command to “Fight.” Then you’ll understand true manliness. But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith. 1 Tim 6:11-12